Procurement Category Lead

About the role

Join T&G at the ground floor of a newly‑designed procurement function that aims to be a strategic commercial partner for the business. As Procurement Category Lead you will work directly with the Procurement Manager to shape strategy, lead sourcing projects and build strong supplier relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of procurement categories and develop strategic plans that deliver value beyond cost savings.
• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing events, complex negotiations and manage contract lifecycles.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, IT, Logistics and other functions to provide commercial insight and advice.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Help establish frameworks, processes and governance for the future of procurement at T&G.

Required profile

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management or procurement.
• Strong influencing and relationship‑building skills across all business levels.
• Curious, commercial mindset and comfortable challenging assumptions.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and shaping new ways of working.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape a strategic procurement function from its inception.
• Direct influence on business performance through commercial decisions.
• Collaboration with senior leaders across multiple functions.
• Supportive environment that values growth mindset and positive change.